Black Folks do Therapy

Practical Solutions For Living Your Best Life and Being Your Ideal Self

About the show

Welcome to Black Folks do Therapy where we endeavor to challenge you to think critically about your mental health and overall wellness. Our goal is to inspire you to align your values and actions and live your life fully 86400 seconds every single day. We do this in part by asking questions and raising issues that you may not have previously considered. Ultimately, we encourage you to do those things that help you to live your best life consistently, always working towards balance.

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Episodes

  • Episode 11: Dr. Pamela Jenkins PLM Metta Healing Center Atlanta, GA

    February 15th, 2020  |  Season 1  |  53 mins 38 secs

    This week we interviewed Dr. Pamela Jenkins of Metta Healing Center in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Jenkins touched on topics ranging from self love to trauma healing to self empowerment of the clients she works with.

  • Episode 10: Managing Emotions Related to Grief

    January 31st, 2020  |  Season 1  |  21 mins 27 secs

    This week we discuss the process of grief and how to best manage it in light of the tragic helicopter crash that took the lives of Kobe Bryant, his daughter and seven other passengers. Because of his position as a superstar athlete and the notoriety he has as a public figure, many were impacted and reports feelings of grief. This conversation addresses some of those feelings and how to manage them.

  • Episode 9: Parenting and Expectations

    January 24th, 2020  |  Season 1  |  20 mins 32 secs

    Parenting can be challenging and in this episode we discuss techniques that can make it easier and even fun.

  • Episode 8: Barriers to Effective Communication

    January 17th, 2020  |  Season 1  |  17 mins 7 secs

    This week we discuss how to be an effective communicator.

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    Episode 7: Interview with Dr. Christopher Bishop and Dr. Mohamed Mansaray

    January 10th, 2020  |  Season 1  |  42 mins 34 secs

    This week we interviewed Dr. Christopher Bishop and Dr. Mohamed Mansaray of Mid Atlantic Psychological Services in College Park Maryland.

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    Episode 6: Benefits of a Culturally Competent Therapist

    January 3rd, 2020  |  Season 1  |  12 mins 35 secs

    In today's episode we are going to discuss why being a culturally competent therapist is imperative!

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    Episode 5: Interview with Mkhulu Makhamba Johannesburg, South Africa

    December 27th, 2019  |  Season 1  |  36 mins 53 secs

    From sunny Johannesburg we discuss insights into mental health and psychology in South Africa. We discuss incorporating spirituality into mental health treatment and why this is important. Also discuss cultural considerations for therapy and the impact or lack of the DSM-V in this country.

  • Episode 4: Interview With Dr. Satira Streeter

    December 20th, 2019  |  Season 1  |  34 mins 46 secs

    This week we interviewed Dr. Satira Streeter, owner of Acensions Private Practice in Washington DC.

  • Episode 3: Interview With Dr. Tasha Russell, Tamarac Florida

    December 13th, 2019  |  Season 1  |  47 mins 8 secs

    This week, I sat down and interviewed Dr. Tasha Russell in sunny South Florida and discussed her practice and approaches to therapy.

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    Episode 2: How Do I Work With People?

    December 6th, 2019  |  Season 1  |  17 mins 17 secs
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    In this episode we discuss the approaches utilized to help clients manage their various issues. The importance of therapy and the need to be comfortable are emphasized as we explore methods for healing and change.

  • 1. Black Folks DO Therapy

    November 15th, 2019  |  Season 1  |  8 mins 25 secs
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    Welcome to Black Folks Do Therapy, episode 1! Here we will breakdown what you can expect on this journey!